Beowulf in Beowulf Quiz

Beowulf in Beowulf Quiz

Possessing superhuman strength, Beowulf is the world's fiercest warrior. Of royal lineage, Beowulf is the nephew of King Hygelac. The king of the Danes, Hrothgar, has appealed to King Hygelac for help in defeating a terrible monster terrorizing his lands. Beowulf is sent to defeat the evil monster, Grendel, bringing glory to both himself and his king. Be sure you understand one of literature's earliest heroes by taking the quiz over the character of Beowulf from eNotes.

Question 1

What does Beowulf say hampered him in his competition against Breca?

He says he was given the wrong sword

He says he was not awakened as requested

He says he was attacked by sea monsters

He says he developed a debilitating leg ramp

Question 2

What foe is the last challenge Beowulf faces?

A sea monster

A giant

A troll

A dragon

Question 3

What other family member of Grendel's does Beowulf kill?

His twin brother

His mother

His father

His uncle

Question 4

True or False: Beowulf weighs all the pros and cons carefully before leaving to assist the Danes

True

False

Question 5

For how many years does Beowulf rule Geatland?

40

20

30

50

Question 6

True or False: Beowulf calls on the Christian god to help him before his battle against Grendel

True

False

Question 7

What does Beowulf say is the best thing a man can take into death?

A sense of righteousness

Knowledge of a safe kingdom

Glorious deeds

A pious heart

Question 8

In what athletic event does Unferth accuse Beowulf of acting cowardly?

A footrace

A rowing event

A javelin throw

A swimming competition

Question 9

Who remains loyal to Beowulf til the very end?

Breca

Unferth

Wiglaf

Aeschere

Question 10

What does Beowulf do to prove to the kingdom his victory over Grendel?

He drags the lifeless body into the dining hall

He puts the monster's head on a spike outside the main gate

He hangs the monster's shoulder and arm from the halls of Heorot

He runs the entire body up a flagpole

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